Program Coordination Intern

The Pennsylvania State University
remote work
United States, Pennsylvania, University Park
201 Old Main (Show on map)
Jan 25, 2025
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: CURRENT PENN STATE EMPLOYEE (faculty, staff, technical service, or student), please login to Workday to complete the internal application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday. CURRENT PENN STATE STUDENT (not employed previously at the university) and seeking employment with Penn State, please login to Workday to complete the student application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday. If you are NOT a current employee or student, please click "Apply" and complete the application process for external applicants. Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location.For additional information on remote work at Penn State, seeNotice to Out of State Applicants. JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS: Penn State Conferences and Institutes (C&I) seeks a Program Coordination Intern to help with the logistical planning of non-credit educational programs, such as camps, workshops, and conferences. The Program Coordination Intern will work closely with C&I staff to help develop and deliver educational programs to a variety of audiences including adults and youth. The intern will assist with various on-site aspects of summer programs such as registrations, poster sessions, exhibits, receptions, lunches, activities, and dinners. The intern will attend meetings with our staff and program partners and lead or assist with various tasks and projects to learn what happens behind the scenes to make a program successful. This is an exciting opportunity to work with a team of experienced program planning professionals in an energetic and inclusive environment and develop rich knowledge and skills that are highly applicable in many career paths! A successful candidate for this position should be interested in event, meeting, recreation, or program management. Some planning knowledge and experience would be beneficial but is not required. The ability to communicate routinely, organize information, research and explore resources, andquickly identify solutions to problems are critical to success. C&I takes pride in providing a positive, supportive, team-oriented, and flexible work culture, in which employees have a voice and are valued. To be considered for this position, applicants must apply online and submit a resume and cover letter stating your interest. This position runs from May through the second week of August. Hours vary based on work volume but are estimated to be 20 per week. Some weekend and evening work is required during programs, which will be scheduled in advance. This is a paid internship at $10/hour. This job requires the following 3 publicly available clearances: * PA State Police Criminal Background Check * PA Child Abuse History Clearance Form * FBI Criminal Background Check The Pennsylvania State University is committed to and accountable for advancingdiversity, equity, inclusion, and sustainability in all of its forms. We embrace individualuniqueness, foster a culture of inclusion that supports both broad and specific diversityinitiatives, leverage the educational and institutional benefits of diversity in society andnature, and engage all individuals to help them thrive. We value inclusion as a corestrength and an essential element of our public service mission. CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS: Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here. Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies. EEO IS THE LAW Penn State is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473. Federal Contractors Labor Law Poster PA State Labor Law Poster Affirmative Action Penn State Policies Copyright Information Hotlines University Park, PA